Welder / Fabricator

Manor Marine UK Ltd; Castletown; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Overtime

25 days annual leave plus bank hols

Company pension

Job summary

Manor Marine UK Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join our shipyard team, supporting shipbuilding, repair, maintenance and modification activities.

The role involves welding and fabrication across vessels and marine structures, reading drawings and welding symbols, and applying MIG/MAG, MMA or TIG processes as required. You will work to approved procedures and safety standards in a busy shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised welding/fabrication qualification or equivalent relevante experience.
• Proven experience as a Welder/Fabricator.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and welding symbols.
• Good understanding of fabrication, welding, and safe working practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends and offsite when required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out welding and fabrication work on vessels and marine structures.
• Perform structural repairs, modifications, fit-up, alignment, cutting, grinding, and fabrication.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, and welding symbols.
• Weld using processes such as MIG/MAG, MMA and/or TIG, as required.
• Work in accordance with approved welding procedures, specifications, and quality standards.
• Work safely in confined spaces, at height, and within challenging shipyard environments.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and tidy condition.
• Work effectively with supervisors, engineers, and other trades.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Overtime availability

Education

Recognised welding/fabrication qualification

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Description – Welder / Fabricator

Position: Welder / Fabricator

Department: Welding

Reports To: Welder Overseer / Project Manager

Job Purpose

We are looking for an experienced Welder / Fabricator to join our shipyard team, supporting shipbuilding, ship repair, maintenance, and modification activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out welding and fabrication work on vessels and marine structures.
• Perform structural repairs, modifications, fit-up, alignment, cutting, grinding, and fabrication.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, and welding symbols.
• Weld using processes such as MIG/MAG, MMA and/or TIG, as required.
• Work in accordance with approved welding procedures, specifications, and quality standards.
• Work safely in confined spaces, at height, and within challenging shipyard environments.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and tidy condition.
• Work effectively with supervisors, engineers, and other trades.

Essential Requirements

• Recognised welding/fabrication qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven experience as a Welder/Fabricator.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and welding symbols.
• Good understanding of fabrication, welding, and safe working practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends and offsite when required.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience within shipbuilding, ship repair, marine, offshore, or heavy fabrication environments.
• Relevant coded welding qualifications or current welding approvals.

Additional Requirements

Must be comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and on uneven surfaces.

Position

Full time, Permanent

Pay

Competitive industry rate, dependent on skills and experience

Benefits

• Flexible working
• Overtime
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension

Must have the right to work in the UK.

Work Location

In person